Government Information

The National Archives preserves and provides access to the records of the Federal Government. Here is a sample of these records, from our most celebrated milestones to little-known surprises.

The gateway to the Library of Congress’ digital resources, users may search and view collections for free, from streaming video to audio recordings and still images. Collections span over several hundred years, and may be limited to specific subjects, time periods, and media format.

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the nation's record keeper. They retain government records of enduring legal or historical value.

The Library of Congress is home to many of the most important documents in American history. This Web site provides links to materials digitized from the collections of the Library of Congress that supplement and enhance the study of these crucial documents.

The Illinois Digital Archives (IDA) was created in 2000, as a repository for the digital collections of the Illinois State Library as well as other libraries and cultural institutions in the State of Illinois.

What can you find in the Illinois Digital Archives?

Photographs, slides, glass negatives
Oral histories
Manuscripts and letters
Federal government documents
Postcards
Posters
Videos
Newspapers
Maps
and much more.